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Biochemistry Program

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Biochemistry (Major & Minor)

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College
College of Arts & Sciences

Degree Type
Bachelor of Science (BS)

Program Type
Major, Minor

Program Delivery
On Campus

Time to Completion
4 Years

Explore the science behind life.

In Chaminade’s Biochemistry program, you’ll explore the chemistry of living things while building a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and laboratory science.

Through hands-on learning, research, and close faculty mentorship, you’ll develop the skills to investigate complex questions and prepare for careers or further study in medicine, biotechnology, biomedical research, pharmacy, dentistry, and public health.

Ask big questions. Get hands-on. Discover what’s possible.

Upon completion of the B.S. undergraduate program in Biochemistry, students will be able to:

  1. Appraise and articulate biochemical processes based on the fundamentals of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, and biology as part of their integral and quality education.
  2. Construct and employ effective and safe laboratory skills utilizing modern scientific instrumentation and techniques.
  3. Analyze, compare, and formulate an interpretation of biochemical data and problems as applied to living organisms and environment.
  4.  Assemble and assess biological data and compose a scientific analysis report or presentation.

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In addition to the general education requirements, these are the pre-major and major requirements below:

Pre-Major Requirements

  • BC/CH 203/L General Chemistry I & Lab
  • BI 100 First Year Science Seminar: Science
  • BI 215/L Cellular and Organismal Biology I & Lab
  • BI 307/L Molecular Biology I Genes and Genetics & Lab
  • MA 110 Pre-Calculus
  • MA 210 Calculus I
  • MA 211 Calculus II

Major Requirements

  • BC/CH 204/L General Chemistry II & Lab
  • BC/CH 323/L Organic Chemistry I & Lab
  • BC/CH 324/L Organic Chemistry II & Lab
  • BC/CH 334/L Analytical Chemistry & Lab
  • BC/CH 360/L Biochemistry I & Lab
  • BC/CH 362/L Biochemistry II & Lab
  • BC/CH 422 Physical Chemistry I
  • BC/CH 430L Instrumental Analysis Lab
  • BC/CH 490 Research
  • BI 104 Digital Science
  • BI 216/L Cellular and Organismal Biology II & Lab
  • BI 300 Science Writing
  • BI 302 Science Writing – Bioethics and Professional Conduct
  • BI 308/L Molecular Biology II Genomics and Epigenomics & Lab
  • BI 320/L Developmental Biology & Lab
  • BI 410/L Advanced Human Physiology I Metabolism and Nutrition & Lab
  • BI/BC 495 Research I
  • PHY 251/L University Physics I & Lab
  • PHY-252/L University Physics II & Lab

Choose two (2) upper-division electives, from the following:

  • CH 403 Inorganic Chemistry
  • CH 440 Natural Product Chemistry (with or without CH 440L)
  • CH 447 Pharmacology
  • BI 321/L Advanced Human and Comparative Anatomy and Laboratory
  • BI 411/L Advanced Human Physiology II – Neurophysiology and Laboratory
  • BI 430 Microbiology
  • BI 435 Cancer Biology

Upon completion of the Biochemistry minor, students will be able to:

  1. Appraise and articulate biochemical processes based on the fundamentals of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, and biology as part of an integral and quality education.
  2. Construct and employ effective and safe laboratory skills utilizing modern scientific instrumentation and techniques.

Minor Requirements

  • BC 360/L Biochemistry I and Laboratory
  • BC 362/L Biochemistry II and Laboratory
  • BC 490 Senior Seminar

Choose one elective course:

  • BC 334/L Analytical Chemistry & Lab
  • BI 420 Systems Biology
  • CH 440 Natural Product Chemistry (with or without CH 440L Lab)
  • CH 447 Pharmacology
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